Weathering, Erosion, Deposition

Front

What is the process called when wind, water, ice, or gravity transport rock fragments from one location to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What landform is created by the deposition of sediments at the mouth of a river?

Back

Delta

Front

What is the term for the process where water gets into cracks, freezes, and breaks rocks or pavement apart?

Back

Physical weathering

Front

Which type of sediment is most strongly affected by wind erosion?

Back

Loose, sandy soil

Front

What type of chemical weathering occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, such as when iron oxidizes?

Back

Oxidation

Front

What is weathering?

Back

The process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

Front

What are the two main types of weathering?

Back

Physical weathering and chemical weathering.

Front

How does physical weathering differ from chemical weathering?

Back

Physical weathering involves the mechanical breakdown of rocks, while chemical weathering involves changes in the chemical composition of minerals.

Front

What is an example of chemical weathering other than oxidation?

Back

Hydrolysis, where minerals react with water.

Front

What role does vegetation play in erosion?

Back

Vegetation helps to anchor soil and reduce erosion by wind and water.